Water Quality in ALEXANDRIA, IN (46001)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 46001.
39
Total Violations
7
Health-Based
32
Monitoring / Reporting
39
Resolved
What does this mean?
39 of 39 violations have been resolved. 7 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 32 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (39 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
2024(9)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Radium-226
03
Radium-228
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
How Does This Compare?
ALEXANDRIA (46001) has 39 recorded violations, including 7 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.